Employees who possess problem-solving skills are highly valued in today?s competitive business environment. The question is how can employees learn to deal in innovative ways with new data, methods, people, and technologies? In this groundbreaking book, Arthur VanGundy -- a pioneer in the field of idea generation and problem solving -- has compiled 101 group activities that combine to make a unique resource for trainers, facilitators, and human resource professionals. The book is filled with idea-generation activities that simultaneously teach the underlying problem-solving and creativity techniques involved. Each of the book?s 101 engaging and thought-provoking activities includes facilitator notes and advice on when and how to use the activity. Using 101 Activities for Teaching Creativity and Problem Solving will give you the information and tools you need to: Generate creative ideas to solve problems. Avoid patterned and negative thinking. Engage in activities that are guaranteed to spark ideas. Use proven techniques for brainstorming with groups. Order your copy today.

It's funny how a seemingly simple game of connect the dots can actually form friendships! If you share this activity book with your friends, you are already living the value of generosity. If you work together, you are learning the importance of communication. If you wait for your turn, you learn about patience and respect. There are more benefit

Art Workshop for Children is not just another book of straightforward art projects. The book's unique child-led approach provides a framework for cultivating creative thinking and encourages the wonder that comes when children are allowed to freely explore the creative process and their materials. As children work through these open-ended workshops, adults are guided on how to be facilitators who provide questions, encourage deep thinking, and help spark an excitement for discovery. Children explore basic materials and workshops that use minimal supplies, and then gradually add new materials to fill the art cabinets as well as new skills and more complex workshops. Most workshops are suitable to preschool-aged children, and each contains ideas for explorations and new twists to engage older or more experienced artists. Interspersed throughout are sidebar essays that introduce perspectives on mess-making, imperfection, the role of adult, collaborative art, and thoughts on the Reggio Emilia method, a self-guided teaching philosophy. These pieces underscore the value of art-making with children, and support the parent/teacher/care-giver on how to successfully lead, question, and navigate their children through the workshops to result in the fullest experiences.

Ways of Writing with Young Kidspresents ideas and strategies for teaching children how to write creativelyin fiction, nonfiction and poetry, conventionallyusing standard spelling, punctuation and sentence structures, and confidentlyas they learn the roles and rules of written language. Ways of Writing with Young Kidsis uniquely organized in twenty-three ways of writing that expand beyond one particular area. Giving readers a new perspective, the authors adhere to a unique and easy-to-follow system-"The Five C's of Children's Writing" (Coaching, Creativity, Conventions, Choice and Confidence). Written in an easy-to-read format, the book explains writing ideas and strategies clearly and concisely in an open-ended, easy-to-do, and engaging style that offers readers lots of flexibility of how to use the activities with their children.Elementary school teacher.

55% off bookstores! discount retail price now at $27,95 instead of $35,95 Kids, have you ever had a cool science demonstration at school and wanted to learn more about it at home? Have you ever wondered about something and thought your parents or caregivers could help you learn more about it? Or, are you just interested in science and want to learn more about how it works, using simple everyday items from home? This book is going to be great for you! It's a simple explanation of 20 of the coolest science experiments to do from home using items that are usually found in an average household. There are a ton of things to learn from this book, and the experiments are fun and will teach you something about science you probably didn't already know. Get ready to impress your teacher and classmates! Make sure that you have an adult help you with the experiments included in this book; grownups are great at helping you learn and will make sure that all of these experiments are done safely and correctly. Each of the activities can be done with items generally found in your home or can be purchased at a low cost at a local pharmacy or grocery store. They are all safe and non-toxic; however, proper safety measures should be taken to show children how it is essential always to be protected and prepared. This book covers experiments to learn about the following: - Biology - Physics - Earth - Air and Gases - Water and Liquids - Color - Sound and Music - Art - Plants and Seeds ...And much more!! Enjoy the experiments, and have fun teaching your children about science and knowing they are enjoying it. Get your copy now!

Make creativity their superpower with 75 imaginative exercises for kids! Help children explore their curiosity and learn how to be more creative! Creativity for Kids provides fun and helpful activities that will not only help kids express themselves but also build confidence and enhance problem-solving skills as they make creativity a part of everything they do. Go beyond artistic expression with guided activities--like the Bridge-Building Challenge or the Cut-Out Story--that help your child learn how to take innovative and inventive approaches to a variety of situations and challenges. They'll also have a super-fun time with each activity whether working independently or in a group. Inside Creativity for Kids you'll find: 75 Ways to play--From arts and crafts and storytelling to role-play and collaboration, this exciting collection of activities shows children many different ways they can be creative. Imagination on the go--Kids can do these creativity exercises wherever they are--at home, in the classroom, and beyond. Perfect for young children--Straightforward instructions and imaginative concepts make these creativity exercises ideal for children ages 6 to 9. Your child will have a blast learning to be creative with Creativity for Kids!

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This book will teach your students an exciting and powerful problem-solving method from start to finish (includes 30 reproducible classroom activities). Students will learn to work together and individually to find appropriate and unique solutions to real-world problems by using this tested method. Grades 2-8

Arts and crafts experiments to try at home. Learn, play, and craft with this fantastic activity-packed book that will test and expand your creativity. This kids' arts and crafts book will teach and engage your little creator in 20 interactive activities, crafts, and experiments carefully designed to complement what children are learning at school. There is so much to do, and even more to learn with Junior Maker. This interactive book encourages hands-on play through carefully designed experiments that complement what children are taught in school. Prepare to get down, messy, and have heaps of fun while learning - perfect for kids aged 6 - 8. Specific step-by-step instructions and visuals help young readers and makers explore subjects such as space, nature, history, animals, and science. Crafting ideas appear next to excellent illustrations and photographs and fun fact informative text that is easy to read. What looks like inspirational material helps to teach children these important topics and make it exciting for them. Every fun educational experiment is based around basic household items and inexpensive and easy-to-find art supplies to keep things simple. Little creators can expect to use familiar things like buttons and marshmallows to map our solar system, make a bottle jetpack while learning about gravity, design a rain gauge to measure rainfall, and much more. Make, Do, Learn And Impress Your Friends With Fun Experiments! Have fun while learning by embarking on a journey through history, nature, and science! Make a Roman soldier's shield, experiment with a chemical reaction that blows up a balloon, or look at the stars and explore the solar system. This book combines fun and learning together to create a full educational experience. With Junior Maker, any child can improve their understanding of things to help them inside and out of the classroom. Whether your child is an aspiring scientist, astronaut, or is merely curious about our great big world, Junior Maker will get them thinking, learning, and making. Through fun and interactive activities, your little creator will learn about: - Space - History - Nature - Animals - Science This science book for kids will teach your child about a given subject through interactive activities, crafts, and experiments. Further your knowledge and add to your experiments at home by advancing to our Makers Lab book series which will keep the crafting party in your lab going with more exciting science experiments and activities.